Amena

Meaning of Amena

Amena (uh-MEE-nuh, /əˈmiːnə/) is a feminine name of Arabic origin derived from the root amin, meaning “trustworthy” or “faithful.” As a variant of the venerable Amina, it carries cultural and linguistic weight within Muslim communities and occasionally surfaces in Spanish usage with a sense of “pleasant” or “agreeable.” In the United States, Amena has maintained a modest presence on the baby-name charts: after peaking at No. 735 in 1973, it has since fluctuated within the 730–970 range, most recently ranking 921st with 29 registered births in 2024. This consistency underscores its appeal to parents seeking a name that balances cultural depth with relative rarity. Despite its etymological promise of fidelity, Amena offers no guarantees of punctuality.

Pronunciation

English

• Pronunced as uh-MEE-nuh (/əˈmiːnə/)

• Amalia
• Amaya
• Amira
• Amina
• Amara
• Amani